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Newcastle United have been pushing hard to sign Sesko as they look to find a potential replacement for Alexander Isak, who has emerged as a target for Liverpool. 

Eddie Howe’s side made an improved offer worth a fixed £69.5million fee for the striker after their initial £65.3million bid plus £4.4million in add-ons was rejected. 

Man United are looking to sign a new striker following their struggles in front of goal last season, with Sesko now emerging as their top target.

Benjamin Sesko’s stats in the 2024-25 season (Credit: Getty Images)

Man United have now moved to sign Sesko after making Leipzig an offer worth around £74million, including add-ons.

Man United are also planning to sell Rasmus Hojlund if they can get a deal over the line for Sesko or an alternative centre-forward option before the window closes on 1 September.



Man United are planning to sell Rasmus Hojlund if they can sign a new striker (Credit: Imago)

If Man United complete the Sesko deal before moving any other players on, that could weaken their negotiating position as clubs will know they need to sell.

Widespread reports have now revealed Man United are willing to sell him for just £17million as they look to get his £300,000-a-week wages off the books.

Football Insider revealed on 30 July Man United are looking to sell players to Saudi this summer, but they have so far been unable to agree any deals.
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